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Keeper - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A keeper is someone who guards, manages, or takes care of something, such as a goalkeeper in sports or a person responsible for animals in a zoo. It can also refer to something worth keeping.

keeper

/ˈkiːpɚ/ /ˈkiːpə/

Definition:

A person who guards, manages, or maintains something, such as a goalie or custodian.

Synonyms:

guardian, custodian, caretaker, warden

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

destroyer, abandoner

Common Collocations:

goal keeper, zoo keeper, time keeper, record keeper

Derivatives:

keepership, keepers

Usage Tips:

Use "keeper" for someone responsible for safeguarding or maintaining something, like a goalkeeper in sports or a zookeeper.

Common Phrases:

keeper of the keys, finders keepers, shopkeeper's privilege

Etymology:

Derived from Old English "cēpan" (to seize or hold), evolving to mean one who keeps or guards something.

Examples:

  • 1. The goalkeeper made an incredible save during the match.
  • 2. She works as a zookeeper at the local wildlife park.
  • 3. He is the official record keeper for our club meetings.
  • 4. Finders keepers—I found this pen on the floor!

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